Multiple choice

Consider the following: I. India has a potential of generating 45,000 MW power from wind energy with much lesser costs, compared to nuclear fuel that involves huge costs. II. Wind power is currently contributing to five per cent of the country's energy needs, against the three percent of nuclear energy. III. The Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) selected Andhra Pradesh as the destination for uranium mining. Which of the statements given above are correct?

  1. Only I and II are correct

  2. Only I and III are correct

  3. Only II and III are correct

  4. All are correct
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All three statements are correct. India has significant wind energy potential estimated at around 45,000 MW. Wind power was contributing approximately 5% of India's energy needs compared to nuclear's 3%. The Uranium Corporation of India Limited (UCIL) did select Andhra Pradesh for uranium mining operations.

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